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Dubai parking rates 2025
BusinessLocal News

Dubai’s Parkin Set for Record Profits as New Parking Rates Take Effect

Dubai’s leading parking management company, Parkin, has reported a remarkable financial performance for 2024, with net profits reaching Dh423.5 million. This marks a...

Floating pink tennis court
Local NewsSports

Dubai brings a floating pink tennis court at Palm Jumeirah

Dubai has unveiled a groundbreaking attraction: a floating pink tennis court at Palm Jumeirah. This innovative project, led by Evian as part of...

Emirates Ramadan services
Local NewsRamadanTravel

Emirates introduces in-flight iftar boxes for Ramadan

As Ramadan approaches, Emirates is introducing tailored services to support passengers who are observing the holy month. Beginning March 1, 2025, the airline...

Qasr Al-Hokm Downtown Metro Station
Local NewsSaudi Arabia

Riyadh’s New Metro Station Blends Tradition and Modernity

Riyadh has unveiled the Qasr Al-Hokm Downtown Metro Station, a significant addition to the city’s transportation network. “This station, open since 6 a.m....

Amazon.ae Ramadan Sale
Local NewsRamadan

Amazon.ae Ramadan Sale: Last Chance to Grab the Best Deals

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, shoppers in the UAE have a limited time left to take advantage of Amazon.ae’s Ramadan Sale,...

UAE Ramadan working hours – Flexible school and office schedules introduced for Ramadan 2025.
Local NewsRamadan

UAE Schools and Offices Introduce Flexible Schedules for Ramadan

In a significant move to support students and families during Ramadan, UAE public schools will shift to remote learning every Friday throughout the...

Dubai Ramadan 2025 public transport and parking adjustments
Local News

Dubai RTA Announces Ramadan 2025 Public Transport and Parking Timings

As Ramadan approaches, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced revised operating hours for public transport, parking, and customer service centers. These...

Sheikh Saeed bin Rashid Al Nuaimi
Local News

Ajman Declares Three-Day Mourning After the Passing of Sheikh Saeed bin Rashid Al Nuaimi

Ajman has declared a three-day mourning period following the passing of Sheikh Saeed bin Rashid Al Nuaimi on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. As...

Dubai Metro Nol card top-up
Local News

Dubai Metro Nol Card Top-Up Minimum Increased

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced an increase in the minimum Nol card top-up amount at Metro station vending machines. Starting...

Saudi Arabia Labor Law Amendments 2025
Local NewsSaudi Arabia

Major Overhaul in Saudi Labor Laws: What You Need to Know

In a significant move to modernize its labor market and align with Vision 2030 objectives, Saudi Arabia has enacted comprehensive amendments to its...